COTA - Highland Palms

Highland Palms Healthcare Center in; Highland (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare center is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide exceptional patient care under the guidance of an Occupational Therapist. This role involves recording treatment notes, assisting with patient training, and collaborating with nursing staff to ensure the best outcomes for patients. The ideal candidate will possess a valid license and strong computer skills, particularly with programs like Casamba and Point Click Care. Join a supportive team where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of patients in a nurturing and professional environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state.
• Proficient in computer skills such as data input into Casamba and Point Click Care.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Record daily and weekly treatment notes as per OT Board requirements.
• Assist with training of Restorative Aides and participate in discharge planning.

Skills

Patient Communication

Data Entry

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

Continuing Education

Tools

Casamba

Point Click Care

Job description

COTA - Highland Palms (Healthcare)

Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist.

1. Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per OT Board.
2. Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
3. Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
4. Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems, and plans.
5. Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.
6. Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third-party payer requirements.
7. Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
8. Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
9. Participate in discharge planning.
10. Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
11. Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.

Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.

Supervisory Requirements

This position is not a supervisory position.

Qualification Education and/or Experience

Licensed as a Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant Board of the State. Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.

Language Skills

Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and families.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state. Employee must meet continuing education requirements per state practices. Must maintain a license in good standing at all times with the state board.

Physical Demands

The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities:

1. Standing and/or walking very frequently.
2. Sitting occasionally.
3. Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently.
4. Talking and/or hearing very frequently.
5. Tasting and/or smelling very frequently.
6. Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
7. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling occasionally.
8. Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Additional Information

Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.